Survival Guide To Liver Biopsies

Liver pathology requires patience and attention to detail. While a thorough microscopic examination is necessary, it is not enough, and evaluation of biopsies in a vacuum can be dangerous. Knowledge of the clinical picture including laboratory and imaging studies is imperative. Without such knowledge, pathologists cannot issue a clinically useful report to guide a patient s diagnosis and treatment. As a result, liver pathology is one of the most intricate subspecialties, and pathologists starting may understandably feel overwhelmed. With this Survival Guide to Liver Biopsies, we provide the reader with a solid, basic foundation of liver pathology. Our goal is to reduce the initial anxiety and guide pathologists to reach correct diagnoses and build on this basic knowledge. The first three chapters are dedicated to basic principles and terminology. Recognizing basic features is key to developing robust diagnostic skills.
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